Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Texas Tech University

El Paso, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Allergies, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Budgeting, Click Through Rate (CTR), Clinical Assessment, Clinical Validation, Communication Skills, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Aid, Health Science, Healthcare, Injections, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Equipment, Medical Records, Medication Administration, Medications, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Health, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Physician Assistant, Process Improvement, Professional License, Project/Program Management, Security Policy, Statistics, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Testing, Time Management, Treatment Evaluation, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
El Paso, TX
POSTED
15 days ago

917808No5625414010.00.007/02/2026Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso Function within the scope of the vocational nursing license to assist physician, advanced practice provider and/or RN with patient care. Perform technical assessment, administer medications, and assist with minor procedures/treatment. Additionally, may be assigned to manage clinic programs.45325BRTranscriptUp to 25%

  • Perform physical assessment, which may include vital signs, weight, height, and current history and makes observations relevant to patient conditions.
  • Documents or reviews all pertinent data, including allergies, current medications, and health history.
  • Perform various screening tests in preparation for patient''s physical examination as required.
  • Administer medications, give injections, and perform treatments (e.g., wound change, etc.) which are within the vocational nurse scope of practice.
  • Observe and document patient reactions to medications and treatments, and initiate emergency treatment as needed.
  • Assist in examinations of patients, diagnostic procedures, and minor procedures/treatments.
  • Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, medication, and treatment under direct or indirect supervision of the physician, or as directed by clinic protocol.
  • Initiate basic cardiac life support and assist in emergency situations as needed.
  • Assure timely reporting of lab work to physician/advanced practice provider and appropriate transfer of medical records as directed by physician/advanced practice provider or as requested by patients.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory of medical equipment and patient education materials in patient examination areas.
  • Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families.
  • May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
  • Participate in clinical team care reviews to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
  • Participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned.
  • May be required to travel between Texas Tech Health El Paso clinical locations and provide cross-coverage across medical specialties to meet operational needs
  • Remain current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.
  • Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).
  • Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso''s Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value''s leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

No Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selectedHourly El Paso

  • One (1) year experience as an LVN.
  • Experience in and academic medicine or health sciences center.
  • Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally.
  • Demonstrates the ability to effectively and positively serve as a contributing member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.

HSC - El Paso Office of Occupational Health Professional License or Certification, Resume / CVFull Time Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.Skilled Technicians Day

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

  • Must be a graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
  • Current, valid license to practice vocational nursing in the State of Texas; or valid Compact LVN license.
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

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